Jordan Experience with Dead Sea Extension - Classic Group, Winter
Jordan Experience with Dead Sea Extension - Classic Group, Winter
Jordan Experience with Dead Sea Extension - Classic Group, Winter
9 Days Starting and ending in Amman, Jordan
Visiting: Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea
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Tour code:
W889M20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Jordan Experience with Dead Sea Extension - Classic Group, Winter" tour and discover the timeless beauty of Jordan. Begin your journey in the vibrant city of Amman, exploring its rich history and modern street art. Marvel at the ancient ruins of Jerash, the holy site of Mount Nebo, and the stunning mosaics of Madaba. Experience the awe-inspiring Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and venture into the majestic desert landscapes of Wadi Rum. Enjoy unique cultural experiences, including traditional Bedouin dinners and a Stone Mosaic Class. Conclude your adventure with a relaxing stay at the Dead Sea, where you can float in its mineral-rich waters and rejuvenate at a luxurious resort.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Amman
Location: Amman
Accommodation: Amman Marriott Hotel.
Accommodation Name: The Boulevard Arjaan by Rotana
Meals Included: Dinner
Your journey begins in Amman, the innovative white stone capital city of Jordan. The landscape of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan has remained largely unchanged for 2,000 years. On arrival at Amman International airport, you will be transferred to your hotel, where you can choose to relax and settle in or explore at your leisure. Later, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner.
Day 2: Exploring Amman And Jerash
Location: Amman
Accommodation: Amman Marriott Hotel.
Accommodation Name: The Boulevard Arjaan by Rotana
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast depart for Iraq Al-Amir for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Visit a women's cooperative involving women and girls from nearby Wadi Al Seer villages. The association is supported by Insight Vacations through The TreadRight Foundation and provides training and work opportunities for women in the region. Then, the journey to Jerash reveals the most beautifully preserved example of a Greco-Roman city still in existence. Enter through Hadrian's Arch, to explore the grand ruins of the Temples of Artemis and Zeus, where you can listen to the Whispering Column. Overlook the vast Oval Plaza and Cardo Maximus, the key Roman road. Enjoy an al fresco lunch of natural produce and family recipes at Beit Khairat Souf, during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. This women-owned café is combatting female unemployment and aims to build a strong community of women leaders. Return to Amman where the rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 3: Mount Nebo, Madaba, Shobak And On To Petra
Location: Petra
Accommodation: Petra Marriott Hotel.
Accommodation Name: Grand Mercure Petra
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Continue to Mount Nebo, one of the most revered holy sites of Jordan, where Moses is said to have stood and seen before him the Promised Land. In Madaba, visit the famous Greek Orthodox Church of St. George with its amazing 6th-century mosaic map depicting the entire Holy Land, stretching from Jordan and Palestine in the north to Egypt in the south. Afterwards, indulge in a Farm-to-Table lunch with fresh local organic produce, and learn how they connects with local farmers to build a community of conscious food producers. Follow the King's Highway to visit Shobak, an authentic 12th-century crusader fortress perched on the side of a rocky mountain. Admire the towers and Arabic calligraphy on the external walls before stepping inside to discover the original Crusader chapel, palace complex, and even a set of secret passages. Later, head south for one of the highlights of your journey: the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra, voted one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Day 4: Exploring The Lost City Of Petra
Location: Petra
Accommodation: Petra Marriott Hotel.
Accommodation Name: Grand Mercure Petra
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This day is devoted to the beautiful ‘rose-red city, half as old as time'. You enter this lost city through a narrow gorge, the Siq, with walls that rise up to 200 metres. Emerge from the path to see the magnificent Treasury (Al-Khazneh), Petra’s most iconic monument, carved out of solid rock and standing over 40 metres high. Wind your way through the canyon to explore the ancient tombs and the Roman Amphitheatre, which once seated 3,000 spectators. Tonight, taste authentic Jordanian flavours as you experience a traditional desert dinner with locals amidst the stunning backdrop at the Ammarin Bedouin camp.
Day 5: Wadi Rum With The Bedouin
Location: Wadi Rum
Accommodation: Sun City Camp, Wadi Rum.
Accommodation Name: Mövenpick Resort & Residence Aqaba
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Head to Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon and a UNESCO Word Heritage Site recognised for its natural drama and cultural significance. Enjoy a jeep safari through its majestic, red-hued, Mars-like desert landscape, where you will see stunning rock formations and learn about the history of the area and the local Bedouin culture. In Aqaba, the only coastal city in Jordan, delve into mosaic designs during a Stone Mosaic Class—an ancient Jordanian tradition that provides a fascinating glimpse into the past.
Day 6: Amman Your Way
Location: Amman
Accommodation: Amman Marriott Hotel.
Accommodation Name: The Boulevard Arjaan by Rotana
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, depart for Amman and explore with Insight Choice. Choose to join a guided sightseeing experience, highlighting the city’s history, architecture and culture. Alternatively, explore Amman's street art scene on a guided graffiti walking tour. Later, settle in at your hotel and spend the rest of your day at leisure. In the evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner.
Day 7: Onwards To The Dead Sea Relaxed Start
Location: Dead Sea
Accommodation: Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa.
Accommodation Name: Movenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Transfer to the Dead Sea for its warm, soothing and mineral-rich waters. Pamper yourself at your resort which offers a wide range of treatments to soothe the body and mind.
Day 8: Dead Sea At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Dead Sea
Accommodation: Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa.
Accommodation Name: Movenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy the entire day at your leisure. Lying more than 400 metres below sea level, this is Earth's lowest point on dry land. Its famous hypersaline water makes floating easy. The surrounding desert offers many oases and historic sites to explore.
Day 9: Depart Amman
Location: Amman
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you are transferred to Amman Airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
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Meals
7 dinners, 8 breakfasts, and 1 lunch are included.
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Guided Tours
Guided tours in Amman, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum, and other locations are included.
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Hotel and Restaurant Tips
Hotel and restaurant tips are included.
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Taxes and Porterage Charges
All taxes and porterage charges at hotels are included.
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Baggage Handling
Baggage handling and delivery to your hotel door are included.
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Insight Flourish
Occasional local specialties representing the destination are included.
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Wi-Fi
Complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available) are included.
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Transfers
Transfers are available at scheduled times if your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates.
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Luxury Coach
Travel in a luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
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Hand Sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for use throughout the day.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Flights to and from Jordan are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees for entry into Jordan are not included.
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Additional Transfers
Transfers outside the scheduled times or for additional nights' accommodation are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach featuring double the standard legroom, onboard washroom, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Physical distancing measures and sanitization are maintained to high standards.
Accommodation
Stay in luxurious accommodations including the Amman Marriott Hotel, Grand Mercure Petra, and Movenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea, offering comfort and top-notch amenities throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of activities can I expect in Amman?
In Amman, you can expect a city tour that includes visits to the Citadel, the grand Roman Amphitheatre, and the Archaeological Museum. You can also explore Amman's street art scene on a guided graffiti walking tour.
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What unique experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes several unique experiences such as a jeep safari in Wadi Rum, a Stone Mosaic Class in Aqaba, and a visit to the Iraq-Al Amir Women's Co-operative. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy a traditional desert dinner at the Ammarin Bedouin camp and a Farm-to-Table lunch in Madaba.
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What is the significance of Mount Nebo in the tour?
Mount Nebo is one of the most revered holy sites in Jordan, where Moses is said to have stood and seen the Promised Land. The tour includes a visit to this significant location.
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What can I expect during the visit to Petra?
In Petra, you will enter through a narrow gorge called the Siq and emerge to see the magnificent Treasury (Al-Khazneh). You will also explore ancient tombs and the Roman Amphitheatre, which once seated 3,000 spectators.
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 8 breakfasts, 7 dinners, and 1 lunch. Meals feature local flavors, including a traditional desert dinner at the Ammarin Bedouin camp and a Farm-to-Table lunch in Madaba.
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What kind of accommodations are provided during the tour?
Accommodations include stays at the Amman Marriott Hotel, Grand Mercure Petra, Sun City Camp in Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa.
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What activities are available at the Dead Sea?
At the Dead Sea, you can enjoy its warm, soothing, and mineral-rich waters. The resort offers a wide range of treatments to soothe the body and mind. You can also explore the surrounding desert, which offers many oases and historic sites.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour?
Yes, if your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights' accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and an onboard washroom. The coaches are sanitized before the start of the tour and maintained to very high standards, with physical distancing measures implemented.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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